Community Corner

Thanksgiving Food Drives Need Your Help

Days before Thanksgiving, some organizations are still taking last-minute donations.

The holidays are a time of giving, and here’s exactly where and when to help the needy have some comforts this season.

If you plan on donating, here are the most-needed items according to the Connecticut Food Bank.

  • Frozen turkeys (8-10 lbs.)
  • Canned ham 
  • $10 grocery store gift card
  • Dry stuffing mix (box or package)
  • Canned vegetables 
  • Canned fruit 
  • Cranberry sauce
  • Canned yams 
  • Bottled/canned gravy
  • Dry & canned beans 
  • Rice

Branford

The Branford Food Pantry on 30 Harrison Ave. needs frozen turkeys.

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When: Tuesday from 8 a.m-11 a.m. They can be called at 203-481-4248 to set up an appointment for another time.

Who will it help: A holiday meal planned in town for those who need it.

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Cheshire

Turkey drive at the on 1750 Huckins Road.

When:  Tuesday and Wednesday Nov. 22 & 23 10am-3pm

Who will it help: St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen, Waterbury

East Haven

Turkey drive at on 355 Foxon Road.

When: Underway until November 20. Drop off frozen turkeys in the church hall from 9a.m.-noon

Who will it help: It will benefit clients of Catholic Charities in greater New Haven.

East Haven

Food drive at the on 150 Bradley. Turkeys and nonperishable items wanted.

When: Until Nov. 20  from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Who will it help: People from all over the state

Milford

A virtual drive where you can donate money online on the That House in Milford website.

Who it will help: The Connecticut Food Bank

North Haven

Bring fresh fruits and vegetables to add to the cornucopia at the communion table at the on 28 Church St.

When: Mass is Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

Who it will help: The food will go to a local soup kitchen.


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